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Explaining how the moves came about. Lam said: “I had a call from good friends Danny Wilson [Cardiff head coach] and Bernard Jackman [Dragons head coach] requesting the players.”

Olly Robinson of Bristol Rugby attempts a charge down against Richmond Rugby in the Greene King IPA Championship.

Earlier this month Lam signed Wales U20s tighthead prop Nicky Thomas on loan from Pro14 side the Scarlets and said at the time he was sure there would be a chance to repay the favour of loaning out his a players.

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Olly Robinson of Bristol Rugby in action against Richmond Rugby in the Greene King IPA Championship.

Dragons boss Jackman is certainly pleased with the deal to sign 17-time US Eagles international Palamo. Talking to the Newport Gwent Dragons website, he said: “He is a really good athlete, he is powerful and strong and has been surrounded by good environments since when he was with Saracens as well as during his time at the American 7s programme for the Olympics.

“I know him from when he was with Saracens and he’ll be a good addition to the squad, I look forward to seeing him play.

“He will be included in the match-day 23 for Ulster."

Also plying their trade at Dragons this year is Gavin Henson, who made the switch from Bristol in the off-season.